Socially-safe visits still jolly and fun

Socially-safe visits still jolly and fun

Santa Claus may look a little different this year with a mask and sitting behind plexiglass, but he’s still ready to greet children and their families at the Dallas Arboretum’s Holiday at the Arboretum, which runs from now until Dec. 31. Making sure he’s “socially safe Santa,” the Jolly Old Man dons a face shield […]

Beloved pitmaster needs our support

Beloved pitmaster needs our support

Back Country Barbeque Restaurant has been in business since 1975, and is located on Greenville Avenue just north of Park Lane. Earnest Griffith (pictured) has been the pitmaster at Back Country since its inception. Earnest has put in six to seven days a week for 45 years preparing smoked brisket, ribs, pork, etc. for Back […]

Purchase railcars before they depart

Purchase railcars before they depart

By Hannah Carnefix For the past 33 years, the Trains at NorthPark benefiting Ronald McDonald House of Dallas (RMHD) has delighted generations of Dallas families as one of our city’s premier holiday traditions.   Since 1987, the Trains have raised more than $13 million for RMHD, allowing us to serve more than 39,000 families.  The […]

Busy corner provides trees, memories

Busy corner provides trees, memories

CELEBRATING 45 YEARS IN WHITE ROCK! By David Mullen They are the original pop-up stores that every winter transform a vacant space or parking area into the neighborhood Christmas tree lot. But this is not your ordinary retail pop-up. The Christmas tree lot owned by Jeff Patton is lit up by his wry sense of […]

Task force works to attract start-ups

Task force works to attract start-ups

By Tristin Hallman Mayor Eric Johnson announced a new task force that will make recommendations meant to help turn Dallas into a top city for startup businesses and entrepreneurs. To lead the Mayor’s Task Force on Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Mayor Johnson has named two co-chairs: Trey Bowles, the co-founder and executive chairman of the DEC […]

Help needed filling ‘Bye-Bye Bags’

Help needed filling ‘Bye-Bye Bags’

By Sharon Adams Regina Bruce, a member of the Board of Trustees of the Dallas Magnolias and chair of this event, is honored to announce Robert Griffin III, “RG3,” as the honorary chair of the Holiday Drive presented by independent registered investment advisor CAPTRUST benefiting the children of Vogel Alcove.  “Dallas Magnolias is thrilled to […]

Therapeutic optometrist sees lake clearly now

Therapeutic optometrist sees lake clearly now

By Shari Goldstein Stern As taking care of your health goes, what can be more precious than keeping your eyes in shape? There is so much more ongoing maintenance, too, when you have corrected vision — or need it. Dr. Karena Greenstein is the owner of Eye 2 Eye Care, located in a free-standing building […]

Warm, holiday favorites benefit Alzheimer’s research

Warm, holiday favorites benefit Alzheimer’s research

By Shari Goldstein Stern No one can possibly imagine what it is like to experience Alzheimer’s Disease, and you cannot depend on your loved one who is afflicted with the life-changing disorder to explain it to you. As Alzheimer’s tightens its grip, family and friends must wonder how much of their loved one is still […]

Group offers free emotional wellness help for business owners

Group offers free emotional wellness help for business owners

By Karla Tucker Adams The stories of struggling businesses have become more and more prevalent amid the COVID-19 global pandemic. Every day, there’s a new story about a company going out of business. With the stress of the ever-changing landscape and rules related to COVID-19, trying to manage kids during virtual learning and the demands […]

Warm coats on Prism’s wish list

Warm coats on Prism’s wish list

Prism Health North Texas (PHNTX) hosts its annual holiday supply drives to help take the burden off their clients diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and their children affected by the diagnosis. The Coat and Warmth Drive aims to collect clean, gently worn coats and jackets from now until December 16. The Food and Toy Drive, focusing on […]

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